Lexington, KY (October 23, 2024) – Shortly after 4:00 p.m., on October 23, a car crash involving a pedestrian occurred in Lexington. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene of the incident on South Limestone Avenue near Avenue of Champions to help the injured victim. Reports show a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in the area, causing injuries. The injured victim was taken to the hospital by ambulance from the scene. Currently, the pedestrian has not been identified as police continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident. The road was closed for an extended period on Wednesday, forcing local motorists to use alternate routes.
We hope for the full recovery of the injured victim. No further information has been reported at this time.
Kentucky Pedestrian Wrecks
Pedestrian accidents happen thousands of times per year in the United States. In 2022, the Governors Highway Safety Association reported that over 7,000 pedestrians lost their lives. The main cause of the majority of pedestrian accidents in the United States is distracted driving, with over 8% of accident fatalities attributed to driver distraction.
Negligent driving has become a serious problem in the United States, with over 94% of reported collisions happening due to the actions of careless drivers. Other common forms of negligent driving seen on American roadways in the US today include intoxication, speeding, and fatigue. Every year, over 11,000 people lose their lives due to car wrecks caused by speeding. Additionally, fatigued drivers cause more than 1,500 people to die each year in auto accidents.
When you or someone you love has been hurt in a crash caused by a negligent driver, you may be going through a troubling time. You may be stuck in the hospital with painful injuries while you are unable to work or see your family members. This can all be very overwhelming and stressful. You should not have to worry about money at a time like this.
At the Byrnes Law Firm, we have worked for decades to help accident victims and their loved ones recover. We will make sure you can get the financial compensation you need to pay for lost wages, vehicle repairs, medical bills, and more. Even intangible damages like pain and suffering may be eligible for compensation when you work with an attorney from our firm.
Call our law office to talk to a pedestrian crash lawyer in Lexington at 502-364-2500. We charge no up-front fees and only get paid if you receive full and fair compensation for your losses and damages.
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Disclaimer: The Byrnes Law Office is dedicated to improving safety for Kentucky drivers. Our goal is to raise awareness about the dangers of driving and the need to use caution. This is not a solicitation for business, and none of the information constitutes legal or medical advice. Photos in this post are not of the actual accident scene.